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Asia-Pacific Markets Dip Amid Mixed Service Sector Data

1/6/2025

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Asia-Pacific markets experienced a general decline as investors assessed business activity data.
China's Caixin services PMI increased to 52.2 in December, signaling growth in the service sector.
Hong Kong's PMI decreased, while India's service PMI rose to 59.3, falling short of expectations.
Japan's Nikkei 225 fell by 1.47%, marking the largest regional loss.
South Korea's Kospi gained 1.91%, despite political uncertainty surrounding impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol.

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Story summary

Asia-Pacific markets experienced a general decline as investors assessed business activity data.
China's Caixin services PMI increased to 52.2 in December, signaling growth in the service sector.
Hong Kong's PMI decreased, while India's service PMI rose to 59.3, falling short of expectations.
Japan's Nikkei 225 fell by 1.47%, marking the largest regional loss.
South Korea's Kospi gained 1.91%, despite political uncertainty surrounding impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol.